Welcome to Senegal, Senegal is known for its rich culture, vibrant music and arts scene, and stunning natural beauty, including the world-renowned pink lakes of Retba and Dakar's Gorée Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In this video we would like to share with you some of the most scenic and cultural places of Senegal, all captured in ultra HD 4K definition. 00:30 - Dakar & Gorée Island Dakar, located on the Atlantic coast, is known for its vibrant culture, bustling markets, and beautiful beaches. Goree Island is a UNESCO World Heritage site located off the coast of Dakar, known for its historical significance as a center of the West African slave trade and for its stunning colonial architecture and scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean. 05:27 - Reserve of Bandia The Reserve of Bandia is a protected area in Senegal, known for its diverse African wildlife, including giraffes, rhinos, antelopes, zebras, and several bird species. Visitors can also visit the lions at Bandia Ranch sitting in a closed 4x4 car, seeing the lions circling around and often climbing on the roof or hood of the car. 10:13 - Fadiouth Island Fadiouth Island is a small island in Senegal, known for its unique blend of Christian and Muslim cultures and for its traditional shellfish harvesting industry, as well as for being entirely constructed from seashells. 13:18 - Saloum River Delta The Saloum River Delta is a region in Senegal where the Saloum River meets the Atlantic Ocean, known for its mangrove forests, sand islands, and lagoons, and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The delta is home to diverse flora and fauna, including numerous species of birds, fish, and crustaceans. 14:38 - Schools & Culture Schools in Senegal follow a French-inspired education system and are highly valued, with education being free and compulsory for all children between the ages of 6 and 16. VIDEO This Senegal documentary has been recorded in 4K Ultra HD. Contact us for licensing questions. BACKGROUND MUSIC Music has been licensed from Audiojungle PLEASE SUBSCRIBE If you enjoyed watching, subscribe for more travel and nature documentary videos from us. COVER PHOTO Cover photo is from our collaborator Nick Fox. His photography portfolio can be seen at http://www.nicksimages.com